About Me and My Therapy Practice
jim.baxter@themalecounsellor.co.uk
07909 544194
As a fully qualified Person Centred Therapist, I work in partnership with you as my client in a relationship that has you at the centre. You set the agenda and we work together to help you resolve your issues and achieve your objectives. You have the opportunity to feel fully heard in a truly non-judgemental, safe and confidential setting.
I have worked with young people and adults at all stages of life with issues including anxiety, low mood, anger, grief, low self esteem/confidence, relationship and social difficulties and depression. As a registered therapeutic foster carer I have direct experience of the challenges faced by both young people in care and their foster carers.
My experience in the education sector has led me to work with the emotional wellbeing and mental health of teenagers, whilst understanding the impact felt by parents and other family members. I have considerable experience of working with neurodiversity (ASD, dyslexia and ADHD) and have counselled clients in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction.
In the business world, I have coached, mentored and supported professionals from graduate to board level in achieving their goals and often in making life changing decisions.
My Values
Care
I will always treat you with respect and kindness. I care about your goals and will always go above and beyond to help you get there.
Understanding
I will always listen, understand and counsel. Why ever you're approaching me, I'll always treat you with respect in a safe, confidential space.
Simple
I offer accessible counselling to everyone across the UK. Simply get in touch for a free introduction call to help get you started on your journey.
How I Help My Clients
Anxiety | Low mood | Anger | Grief | Self harming | Addiction | Issues resulting from neuro-diversity | Low self esteem/confidence | Relationship and social problems | Stress | Identity | Spirituality | Decision making | Procrastination | Coaching
Lets Get Started!
The first steps in counselling can be daunting and so I will do all I can to support you on your journey. Following your initial email inquiry, we will arrange a free 15- 20 minute telephone conversation. I will ask for some basic details about you and your background and we can both assess our suitability for working together. There is no charge for this conversation but my fees (£60 per session) do apply from session one onwards.
Get in Touch
To get the ball rolling and make an enquiry, please contact me via email, jim.baxter@themalecounsellor.co.uk
How does it work?
For your convenience, our work together is carried out either on-line (video) or via telephone conversations. Sessions last 50 minutes and usually take place weekly or fortnightly. It is important that you are able to find a safe, secure and comfortable place for our time together. As a Person Centred Therapist, I am not a fixer or an advisor, but will use the core elements of non-judgement, empathy and unconditional regard to accept you as you are and to work in partnership with you to help resolve the issues you are facing. I am insured and a fully registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, and as such abide by their Code of Ethics. I also have regular, independent supervision to ensure that I am working ethically and effectively with your interests at the centre of our relationship.
Why the Repaired Vase in the Logo?
The Japanese art of Kintsugi, repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage with urushi lacquer dusted or mixed with powdered gold, silver, or platinum' inspires us to embrace our flaws and accept them as a part of life. The repaired cracks of the pottery represent the healing process. Life's difficulties can leave many scars, but our resilience and mental ability to heal can eventually lead to our personal growth.
Why the Male Counsellor?
I celebrate diversity and have had the privillege of working with clients across a broad spectrum of ethnicity, age, faith, ability and gender. The majority of those practising in the counselling profession, by a long shot, are female and there is a shortage of male counsellors. Equally, the majority of my clients have been female and there has been a significant number who have actively sought out a male counsellor. 'The Male Counsellor' is simply to make me more findable to potential clients.
